Washington Sundar in race against time to be fit for T20 World Cup 2026
Indian all-rounder Washington Sundar is battling to recover from a rib injury in time for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with his participation still uncertain as the tournament approaches.
India’s preparations for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 have been complicated by an injury concern for key all-rounder Washington Sundar, who is currently racing against time to be fully fit for the marquee event starting on February 7, 2026.
Sundar sustained a rib injury during the opening ODI against New Zealand, forcing him out of the remaining matches of that series and the ongoing T20I series as he undergoes recovery and rehabilitation. Medical assessments suggest he may need at least two more weeks of rest before being considered match-ready — a tight window before India’s World Cup opener.
With time running short, selectors are already considering backup options in case he cannot recover in time. Team management is also using upcoming warm-up matches to assess squad fitness and balance, keeping an eye on both Sundar and other players like Tilak Varma, who is also recovering from injury.
Sundar’s role as a spin-bowling all-rounder is valuable for Team India’s combination, and his fitness will be closely monitored in the coming days to determine whether he can contribute to India’s bid to defend their world title at home and in Sri Lanka.
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